Before I continue, I should like to reiterate the condolences expressed by Ms. Fréchette to the brotherly people of Algeria, who are facing a veritable catastrophe as a result of the earthquake.
Antes de proseguir, quisiera reiterar el pésame expresado por la Sra. Fréchette al pueblo hermano de Argelia, que se enfrenta a una verdadera catástrofe a consecuencia del terremoto.